Three years ago, we unexpectedly switched to virtual classrooms and conference rooms, which made us encounter numerous glitches like poor internet connections and awkward interactions, accompanied by embarrassing background noises. Despite this, we never gave up and continued to strive.
The Covid-19 pandemic posed many challenges for the education sector; however, developed technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and improved connectivity enabled educators to resolve some of these issues.
Elliott Levine, Qualcomm Technologies’ Worldwide Public Sector and Education Director, are thrilled with the enhancements resultant of cutting-edge technologies and their beneficial impacts on the learning process.
After 30 years in K-12 and higher education, Levine has changed to EdTech. Knowledge gained from his various educational spots has led him to appreciate what students and teachers demand from technology for motivating 21st-century competencies.
Recently, EdSurge interviewed Levine to investigate the potential of utilizing AI to improve student education.
Qualcomm has brought to the education sector numerous benefits with its efficient processing, ground-breaking connectivity, and powerful artificial intelligence. Connectivity stands out as the driving force here—they have revolutionized cellular and even wireless networks—ultimately transforming learning for so many students everywhere.
Qualcomm provides accessible and affordable technologies such as 5G, 4G, and LTE to schools, districts, and educational agencies worldwide. The company works to ensure that these are readily available for maximum benefit.
Through our Qualcomm Wireless Reach Initiative, we synergize with our partners to locate local schools that need much-needed technology upgrades to bring them innovative, connected solutions. This helps exponentially enhance the teaching and learning experience.
With the introduction of latter-day processor technology and access to an internet connection – something that many of these schools lack – not just advanced gadgets were distributed to these schools but likewise curriculum training and assessment curriculums designed to encourage digital learning.
By considering connected learning not only as a privilege but a basic human right, for more than 10 years, innovative approaches have been succeeding. Therefore, demonstrating what can be achieved through such recognition.
Our Snapdragon technology, with its embedded cellular components, has been designed for ‘Always On, Always Connected’ PCs, consuming drastically lesser power than usual. These platforms are built with 4G/5G modems for a performance that stands uniquely distinguished as “sipping” rather than consuming power.
While most devices only last up to 10 hours before recharge, Chromebooks and PCs powered by Snapdragon can get 20 hours on one charge. My Windows on Snapdragon laptop even lasts up to 28 hours— a perk when there’s lots of movement involved.
Students can forget about the inconvenience of losing or carrying the charger; because loans from schools to complete homework offers them laptops. Classes are no longer necessary to stay indoors, given that outlets are no longer required for chargers due to these laptops either.
When the furniture has charging capabilities, it can greatly enhance the learning experience of mobility-restricted students. Examples such as eliminating the need for power cords draped from desks to outlets demonstrate tangible improvements and guarantee successful learning post-classroom.
Overall, hidden AI features have the potential to make a significant impact on education, providing personalized learning experiences, reducing administrative tasks, and shaping the education system for the better. As AI technology continues to evolve, it will be exciting to see how it will shape the future of education.
Source: EdSurge
